The phased transition is due to begin in summer 2026
A global defence contractor based in Cambridge has announced plans to relocate to South Wales, impacting 158 employees. Marshall Land Systems has confirmed a proposal to relocate its UK production facility to Merthyr Tydfil in South Wales.
The phased transition will begin in summer 2026 with the closure of production in Cambridge expected by March 31, 2027. Operations at the Cambridge facility will continue until December 2026.
The move to South Wales will “significantly reduce operating costs including rent and business rates, which in turn will strengthen our competitiveness and support a more sustainable future for the business”, a spokesperson for Marshall Land Systems said.
The proposals will impact 158 employees and 59 fixed term agency contractors. Proposed plans were shared with the impacted employees and fixed term agency contractors earlier this month and a formal consultation period has begun.
The company was sold by the Marshall Group, which was founded in Cambridge in 1909, to Flowing River Capital Partners in November 2025.
A spokesperson for Marshall Land Systems said: “We can confirm that Marshall Land Systems has announced a proposal to relocate its UK production facility to Merthyr Tydfil in South Wales, with a phased transition beginning in summer 2026. Operations at our Cambridge facility will continue in parallel until December 2026, with the closure of production in Cambridge expected by 31 March 2027.”
“Alongside our temporary relocation to enable the development of Marleigh Park, we have actively sought suitable, cost-effective premises within the local area. Despite these efforts, we have been unable to secure premises locally on terms that would allow the business to continue operating in an efficient and financially sustainable way.”
Marshall Land Systems said they “recognise this will be a difficult time for those affected” and are “committed to supporting our people throughout the consultation process and beyond”. Impact on customers or service levels are not expected during this period.
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